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Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
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Good morning, South Bend. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Make South Bend is expanding its community art space into the entire strip mall on Mishawaka Ave in the River Park area. Owners Nat and Michelle Fitzgerald plan to add event space, small studios and a barber shop with a soft opening on Aug. 19—China Wok and other tenants will remain open. ABC 57
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Grovertown man, 37-year-old Devin Akers, was arrested on Monday in Starke County after police responded to a domestic call around 5 p.m. on the 5000 N block of State Road 23 — he allegedly struck a woman, threatened her with a gun, and police found additional firearms and suspected drug paraphernalia. WSBT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ South Bend Police Department will host a women’s open house on Thursday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. to recruit more female officers who can offer different perspectives during sensitive calls—details for the summer prospect day on August 23 will be provided later. WSBT
- ➤ The City of South Bend partnered with the Housing Authority of South Bend to host a community input meeting for Phase 1 of the Western Avenue Transformation District today at 5:30 p.m. at the St. Joseph County Public Library Community Learning Center on 305 S. Michigan St—city officials plan to collect feedback on redeveloping the former Rabbi Shulman and Monroe Circle block into a mixed-income neighborhood. ABC 57
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Alicia Wilson at South Bend Clinic said she has seen cases of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease almost every day in recent weeks, a virus that causes rashes on the hands and feet, mouth sores and fever in children. The illness usually improves within two to seven days while local daycares stress proper hand washing — essential to stop the spread. ABC 57
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ U.S. News & World Report evaluated more than 850 Indiana cities for best places to live for 2025‑26 by weighing education, healthcare, housing, crime, and other factors—Carmel and Fishers led the list while cities like South Bend also scored well, showing a range of quality in local communities. South Bend Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former Notre Dame star Brady Quinn said that both Carr and Minchey are very talented and will be ready if needed for the season opener on August 31 at Hard Rock Stadium—each player is one play away from starting. He urged the young quarterbacks to focus on long-term growth, drawing on his own experience of an unexpected debut. South Bend Tribune
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African American Arts & Culture Pavilion
5-9 p.m. — The Lerner Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate Black creativity and culture through diverse artistic expressions at this annual pavilion.
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Running Wild: 5K Trail Run & 3K Fun Walk
8:30-10:30 a.m. — St. Patrick's County Park — Varies, see RunSignup for details — Annual FUNd-raising run and walk supporting St. Joseph County Parks with a pet-friendly nature scavenger hunt.
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Open House at 3410 Addison Street
6-8 p.m. — 3410 Addison Street — Free entry — Explore this beautifully maintained one-story home with modern updates and a lovely backyard.
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South Bend Cubs Baseball Night
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Four Winds Field at Coveleski Stadium — $5 tickets — Experience an evening of baseball cheering on the South Bend Cubs with friends and family.
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Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show
6-9 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton South Bend at Notre Dame — Tickets starting at $69.95 — Enjoy a hilarious murder mystery dinner while solving a thrilling crime.
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Marshall County Blueberry Festival
12-9 p.m. — Centennial Park — Fun for all ages — Celebrate blueberries with rides, games, crafts, and plenty of delicious blueberry treats.
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Yart Arts and Music Festival
9 p.m. — Keria Trail, South Bend, IN — $30 for 1 day, $50 for weekend — Experience a unique arts and music festival set deep in the woods.
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